Overview
AEP Tulip Road Station is an operational electrical substation in Indiana, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power. It operates at 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
AEP Tulip Road Station is an electrical substation located in Indiana, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power (AEP). The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of AEP's network, it is subject to regulatory oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards to ensure grid stability. The station contributes to the electrical infrastructure serving the surrounding area, supporting local communities and industries. Its location in Indiana places it within the PJM Interconnection or MISO regional transmission organization, which coordinates grid operations across multiple states.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a region with a mix of agricultural and urban areas. Electrical infrastructure like this can impact local environments through electromagnetic fields and land use, though modern designs minimize these effects. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a moderate scale, with typical environmental considerations including vegetation management and stormwater runoff control.
Frequently asked questions
AEP Tulip Road Station is located in Indiana, United States, near coordinates 41.69944, -86.44857.
The substation operates at 69 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution networks.
The substation is owned and operated by American Electric Power (AEP), a major utility in the United States.
As part of the U.S. grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for local distribution, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers.